Fundraisers in Memory of Bella and ElannaOn Nov. 10 there will be a Powderpuff Football Game organized by a Warwick Vets student as a senior project. On Nov. 4 a memorial pasta dinner fundraiser from 6-9 p.m. in the Pilgrim High School cafeteria sponsored by the soccer team. Tickets are $15 each or a Family Four Pack for $40. There will be raffle prizes and a 50/50 raffle. For more information vist PilgrimGirls Soccer@gmail.com. Donations are greatly appreciated.

ToastmastersThe Ocean State Toastmasters will meet on Nov. 1 from 7-9 p.m. at Warwick City Hall. For more information call Ed Skurka at 828-1625 or visit edskurka@verizon.net.

Garden ClubThe Chatham Village Garden Club will meet Nov. 1 at 7 p.m. at the EBC House. A business meeting will follow a program entitled "Lovely Begonias" presented by Pricilla Purinton, president and founder of the Begonia Society. They will also be celebrating its 60th birthday.

United Fly TyersThe United Fly Tyers of Rhode Island (UFTRI) will hold its monthly membership meeting Nov. 2 at 6:30 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus, 475 Sandy Lane. The primary purpose of UFTRI is to preserve, promote and develop the art of fly tying and dressing with a focus on flyfishing in both fresh and salt water. A variety of flies are tied at each meeting at all skill levels. Members and guests are welcome; new members are invited. Check the website http://uftri.org.

Gaspee SeniorsThe Gaspee Seniors will meet Nov. 2 at 11 a.m. at Woodbury Union Presbyterian Church in Conimicut for a memorial service for deceased members followed by a Dutch treat luncheon.

Meadowlark SeniorsThe Meadowlark Seniors will meet Nov. 3 at 1:30 p.m. in St. Kevin’s Hall. A penny social for cleaning supplies will be held. Bakers are Mary Gentile, Loretta Evans, Gloria Greco and Lucille Garrity.

Pasta Dinner & RaffleThe 7th Annual Pasta Dinner & Raffle to Help Homeless Cats and Dogs will be held by the Friends of the Warwick Animal Shelter Nov. 5 from 5-7 p.m. at Norwood Baptist Church, 48 Budlong Ave. Enjoy home-cooked pasta, fresh salad, meatballs, Italian bread, dessert and more. Take a chance on great raffle prizes. Tickets are $7 each and $3 for children under 6. To purchase tickets in advance, to make a reservation, to donate a raffle prize or for more information call 467-2692 or 738-6322. All proceeds will benefit the homeless cats and dogs waiting for adoption at the Warwick Animal Shelter.

Meat RaffleThere will be a meat raffle to benefit the JONAH Inc. Community Center on Nov. 5 from 1-3 p.m. and Nov. 12 from 1-3 p.m. at the Backstreet Bar and Grill, 2247 West Shore Rd. For more information call 255-0457 or 736-0404.

One Stop Holiday ShoppingJoin Tami Ward and Sandy Fraser as they host their first semi-annual One Stop Shop event. The event is designed to raise money for a non-profit organization. This year it will be for The Rhode Island Coalition for the Homeless. The event will be held Nov. 6 from 12-5 p.m. Featuring more than 40 crafters and direct sales vendors selling items for your holiday needs.

Brayton Cemetery CleanupThe Warwick Commission on Historical Cemeteries and the Apponaug Area Improvement Association are teaming up to hold the fall cleanup of Brayton Cemetery on Post Rd. in Apponaug Nov. 5 and 6 from 8:30 a.m.-12 noon. If you are looking for something to do on a nice day, would like to help with some raking or otherwise spruce up one of the largest historic cemeteries in Warwick, need community service for school, church or the legal system, this is your chance to shine. Please bring a rake and gloves. Snacks will be provided and hours can be signed for on the spot. Hope to see you there. Any questions call Pegee at 527-1823.

Variety ShowThe Trudeau Memorial Center welcomes back Bill Burke in The Variety Show on Nov. 7 at 1:45 p.m. in the cafeteria of the Patterson Building. For over 18 years, Bill has been singing and acting professionally throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

Crafters WantedCalling all crafters, vendors and artisans! On Nov. 18 the John Brown Francis School PTA will be hosting a "Shopping Spectacular" and are looking for vendors, crafters, artisans and more. The event will be held from 5-9 p.m. in the gym at JBF with set-up beginning at 3 p.m. Rental space is $35 and all money raised will benefit the students of John Brown Francis School. Interested persons may contact Monyn Facente at monynfacente@verizon.net or call 270-6509.

Cornerstone ChurchCornerstone Church, 1990 Elmwood Ave., Warwick, is now a member of the RI Community Food Bank. Hours of operation are the first and third Saturday from 9-11 a.m. and the second and fourth Monday from 6-8 p.m. For more information call 781-6121.

Mentor a ChildDo you have an hour a week to spare? That's all it takes to make a difference in the life of a child. Today's children need positive, caring adult role models to help them develop confidence, self-esteem and a desire to stay in school. For more information on the Warwick Mentor Program, please contact Pamela Leonhardt at 732-7700 x117 or visit the Rhode Island Mentoring Partnership Web site at www.mentorRI.org.

Old Warwick Grange #41The Grange is a fraternal community service, non-profit organization with a special interest in rural life and the traditions of faith, patriotism, leadership and family values. Grange-where the whole family can go and grow. Help them to help others. The meetings are held on the third Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. No meetings in July or August. The Grange hall is located at 1175 West Shore Rd.

Developmental ScreeningThe Child Outreach Department of the Warwick Public Schools, in cooperation with the Volunteers of Warwick schools (VOWS), conducts regular preschool screening clinics. All Warwick preschool children between the ages of 3 and 5 are offered the Early Screening Inventory-Revised (ESI-R). This is a free service provided by the Warwick Public Schools. Participation in a Developmental Screening is a long established program of the Warwick School Department that provides families with information about their child's development and offers information about community resources. For more information, or to arrange a clinic appointment for your preschool aged child, call the VOWS office at 734-3230.

Free Sunday LunchSt. Paul Lutheran Church, 389 Greenwich Ave., is offering a free lunch for anyone in need of a meal or companionship. All are welcome every Sunday from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. For more information call 737-6758.

Rhode Island Pet Bird ClubThe R.I. Pet Bird Club welcomes anyone who owns birds or has an interest in exotic birds. Meet other people who have birds, listen to guest lecturers and more. The meetings are held on the first Monday of each month. For more information call Michele at 739-7290 or visit www.orgsites.com/ri/ripbc.

BingoThere will be Bingo at Sparrows Point III, 355 Hardig Rd., every Wednesday starting April 6. Doors open at 4 p.m., bingo starts promptly at 6 p.m.

Photographic Society of RIThe Photographic Society of Rhode Island welcomes camera enthusiasts of all abilities. Meetings are held on the second, third and fourth Tuesday of each month, September through May at Lakewood Baptist Church, 255 Atlantic Ave. For more information visit www.psri.us.

BingoThere will be bingo every Friday at 6:45 p.m. at Meadowbrook Terrace on Warwick Ave. in the Community Hall.

Donate ShopThe Donate Shop is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit thrift store that provides free clothing to families in crisis. They are an all volunteer organization that relies solely on the support of the community to continue this endeavor. The shop has a new location at 400 Warwick Ave., Unit #14, between Dunkin Donuts and Shaw's. They are open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The phone number is 533-9944, the website is www.thedonateshop.org and “Like” them on Facebook for special updates.

Gambling Counseling OfferedBridgemark now offers individual, group and family counseling for problem gambling. If you or a loved one is experiencing difficulties as a result of gambling, call for discreet and confidential assistance, 781-2700. Deaf services are also available; call their videophone number 1-866-730-9573.

Domestic Violence VolunteersThe Elizabeth Buffum Chace Center (EBCC) is currently seeking volunteers for their Speakers Bureau. All volunteers will be trained to provide outreach, as a representative of EBCC, to communities in their service area through attendance at health and community fairs and by fulfilling requests for informational speaking engagements. Volunteers will receive thorough and specialized training under the supervision of the agency services coordinator before beginning this work. For more information, or to get involved, contact Deb Ferrante at 738-9700.

Fife and Drum CorpsThe Kentish Guards Fife and Drum Corps rehearses on Wednesday evenings from 7-9 p.m. at the Kentish Guards Armory on Pierce St. in East Greenwich. Free lessons on playing the fife are provided to men and young men interested in joining the corps.

Fife & Drum CorpsJoin the Pawtuxet Rangers Fife & Drum Corps of Warwick and continue the great tradition of Colonial/Revolutionary history through music. The Fife & Drum Corps meets every Wednesday night at Wyman Elementary School from 6:30-8 p.m. The corps is open to anyone over the age of 12. Drum and fife instruction is available to beginners.